St. Luke’s General Hospital is seeking an experienced Staff Nurse for its Local Injury Unit in Kilkenny. This permanent whole-time opportunity offers nursing professionals the chance to work within a fast-paced emergency care environment, supporting high-quality patient care across the HSE Dublin and South East region.
This Staff Nurse Local Injury Unit role is ideal for candidates with strong Emergency Department nursing experience who are passionate about delivering timely and compassionate frontline healthcare services. The successful candidate will join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous professional development.
Job Overview
The Staff Nurse will work within the Local Injury Unit at St. Luke’s General Hospital, providing assessment, treatment, and nursing care for patients presenting with minor injuries and urgent care needs. The role involves working closely with medical teams, supporting efficient patient flow, and ensuring evidence-based nursing practice at all times.
This position forms part of the HSE Dublin and South East health region and offers an excellent opportunity for experienced emergency nursing professionals seeking long-term career progression within acute hospital services.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care within the Local Injury Unit setting
- Assess, monitor, and support patients presenting with minor injuries and urgent care conditions
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and clinical records
- Promote patient safety and adhere to HSE clinical governance standards
- Support infection prevention and control procedures
- Participate in ongoing clinical education and professional development
- Assist in maintaining efficient patient flow within the department
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered General Nurse qualification with active Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) registration
- Minimum of two years’ Emergency Department nursing experience gained within the last four years
- Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a busy acute hospital environment
- Commitment to patient-centred care and professional standards
- A postgraduate qualification in Emergency Medicine is desirable
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary will be aligned with HSE Staff Nurse Grade 2135 pay scales and public sector employment terms. This is a Permanent Whole-Time position offering access to HSE benefits, including annual leave entitlements, pension scheme participation, and ongoing professional training opportunities.
Working hours will be roster-based in line with Local Injury Unit operational requirements.
Location & Employer Information
This Staff Nurse Local Injury Unit position is based at St. Luke’s General Hospital in Kilkenny, serving patients across the wider Carlow and South East region. The hospital plays an important role in delivering acute and urgent healthcare services and offers nursing professionals exposure to a dynamic and supportive clinical environment.
The role is managed through HSE Dublin and South East, supporting healthcare delivery across Tipperary South, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Wexford, Wicklow, and part of South Dublin.
Application Details
Applications are open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Recruiter: HSE Dublin and South East
Advertisement Type: External
For informal enquiries, contact:
Eileen Joyce, ADON
St. Luke’s General Hospital, Kilkenny
Tel: 056-7717683
Email: eileen.joyce@hse.ie
Reference: SNLIU2026
Last Day to Apply: 26 May 2026 at 05:00 PM
